Africa: Good News You May Have Missed in 2024
[UNDP] From rewriting harmful narratives to keeping forests intact, meet some of the people fighting for a peaceful and sustainable planet
Africa: ‘New Quest Unlocked’ – UN Experts Counter Extremism in Gaming Spaces
[UN News] As millions unwrap new gaming devices this holiday season, UN experts are warning that these digital playgrounds need next-generation protection against extremist exploitation.
Sudan: Alecso Affirms Its Support and Backing for Registering Sudanese Cultural Files On the World Cultural Heritage List
[SNA] Portsudan — The Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO) affirmed its support and backing for Sudan’s efforts in the fields of culture, education, technology, scientific research for heritage and registering Sudanes…
Nigeria: Real Reason Netflix Re-Considered Its Approach in Nigerian Market – AY Comedian
[Premium Times] AY also revealed the most significant challenge Netflix encountered in its dealings in the country and the peculiarity of the Nigerian market.
South Africa: Triggerfish and UNESCO Partner to Empower African Women in Animation
[Triggerfish] Cape Town-based Triggerfish, Africa’s leading animation studio, has teamed up with UNESCO to launch a groundbreaking initiative to advance women in the African animation industry. Titled “The Creator Labs”, this historic collaboration see…
Nigeria: Netflix Has Not Left Nigeria, Ignore Social Media Posts Claiming Otherwise
[Africa Check] Netflix has not left Nigeria, ignore social media posts claiming otherwise
South Africa: Atlanta Gives Main Character Energy as First City to Headline 2025 FAME Week Africa in Cape Town
[allAfrica] Atlanta was selected as the Feature Destination for FAME Week Africa 2025, marking a significant milestone in its cultural and creative landscape. The announcement was made in Cape Town during Atlanta’s mayor, Andre Dickens’ first visit to …
Africa: Sake-Making and Other National Treasures Make Latest Unesco Heritage List
[UN News] Intore dance in Rwanda, equestrian art in Portugal, Tomyum soup in Thailand, and the artisanal knowledge surrounding the making of sake in Japan, are among the latest practices and cultural expressions to be recognized by the UN Educational, …
Rwanda: Rwanda’s ‘Intore’ Dance Recognized As UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage
[New Times] The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has inscribed Rwanda’s Intore dance on its Intangible Cultural Heritage List, highlighting its significance as a symbol of Rwandan culture on the global stage.
Nigeria: UNAIDS Appoints Artist Funke Akindele As National Goodwill Ambassador for Nigeria
[UNAIDS] The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Funke Akindele, a multiple award-winning actress, movie producer and director, as its new National Goodwill Ambassador (GWA) for Nigeria. This pr…